Tesla Motors Employee Job Reviews in the United States

"No longer work at Tesla but did for 16 months. It was unique."

"I worked at Tesla Motors for 6 yrs. The company offers a unique start-up environment that is both rewarding and very challenging. The time commitment required can border on the extreme at times. But I believe I did some of my best work while at Tesla. And worked with some of the best and brightest.I think Tesla also offers a very collaborative environment for a Mfg. engineer. You will work very closely with design engineers and have a strong voice in the design process."

What do you like about working at Tesla Motors?

"Everyone was there to work together to get the product completed. Everyone wanted to see success."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Know the material. Be enthusiastic. Be able to explain why you're a perfect fit for the company."

What don't you like about working at Tesla Motors?

"There was minimal work/life integration. It was run as a startup but HUGE! It was very fast paced/high demand/high stress, with little family time."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"I would put more value in my employees, and create some form of balance."

What do you like about working at Tesla Motors?

"I like the essence and the ideal of the product, but the way the company goes about making it happen is risque."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Research, research! Find out the strengths of the company and compare them to the weaknesses. Be ready for big changes at frequent intervals."

What don't you like about working at Tesla Motors?

"The company is in a risky position right now, and it is a gamble for anyone to join right now if they're looking for success from the company if it makes it through the current situation."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Do a better job of engineering quality control before promising the stockholders a relatively high production volume with a full-blown production schedule."

"Tesla Motors is a new company. It had no quality control plan."

What do you like about working at Tesla Motors?

"The maintenance department had a lot of good techs. It was close to home, with a casual environment."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"If you enjoy a loose management style, this is your place. One day to the next it can change."

What don't you like about working at Tesla Motors?

"It was unorganized, not transparent, and it was hard to find answers. Engineering, not maintenance, was in control of systems."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Get organized ISO, QMS. Maintenance control package is needed badly."

"Excellent place to work if you love cars."